North Star Conversations | Unlock Your Potential, Performance & Purpose
Join Will Polston, Business Strategist & Performance Coach, on North Star Conversations the go-to podcast for ambitious entrepreneurs looking to unlock their potential, elevate their performance, and align their business and life with true purpose. Hosted by Will Polston bestselling author, entrepreneur, award winning business strategist and performance coach this weekly show blends solo episodes and in-depth conversations with world-class thinkers, founders, and change-makers from around the globe. Whether you're scaling a business, shifting your mindset, or seeking more clarity and fulfilment, each episode delivers actionable insights. Rooted in Will’s North Star mission to help you move from excuses to results and live a life you love, this podcast is designed to help you create lasting impact not just for yourself, but for your family, your team, your community, and the world. Tune in and discover what’s possible when you align with your North Star.
Episodes
Originally aired: December 2020
Episode Number: 62
What if your thoughts could shape your cells?
In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, world-renowned performance coach Jairek Robbins dives into the powerful idea that pain may ignite your journey, but only pleasure can sustain it. From burnout and adrenal fatigue to the surprising effects of words on water and plants, we explore the controversial ...
Originally aired: July 2020
Episode Number: 35 & 36
What if the feeling of being unlovable wasn’t the truth—but just a story you’ve been living for years?
In this powerful episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, Executive & Personal Coach Michelle Zelli shares her personal transformation—from decades of self-sabotage and low self-worth to rebuilding a foundation of self-love, self-respect, and purpose. We a...
Financial Freedom Expert: Most People Never Escape The Rat Race! Money Trauma, Toxic Beliefs & The Real Secret To Wealth Nobody Talks About - Jason Graystone | EP246
Episode Notes
In this episode, I sit down with Jason Graystone, entrepreneur, investor, and author of "Always Free," to explore the real meaning of financial freedom and how to create a life that’s truly inspired. Jason shares his personal jou...
Mid-Year Reset: Why Most People Fail Their Goals, The 5 Self-Reflection Questions To Transform Your Success & How To Finish The Year Proud! | EP245
Episode Notes
In this episode, I take a moment to pause and guide you through a powerful mid-year reset. Together, we reflect on the progress and lessons from the first half of the year, using five insightful questions designed to give you clarity and direction...
Originally aired: December 2020
Episode Number: 65
What if your biggest failure was actually the doorway to your greatest success?
In this inspiring episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, founder & host of Entrepreneurs On Fire John Lee Dumas shares a candid story of a business idea that flopped in 2013—only to lead to his biggest win yet. Learn how embracing failure, staying ahead of the curve, and pushi...
Personal Development Legend: Why Most People Stay Average, The Secret Power Of Words, Upgrading Identity & Empowering Others To Live Bigger Lives! - Michael Bernoff | EP244
Episode Notes
In this episode, I sit down with Michael Bernoff, personal development legend and author of "Average Sucks," to explore his journey from hockey player to transformational coach. We dive deep into the art of influence, the ...
Originally aired: April 2020
Episode Number: 15 & 16
Relentless positivity can quietly become a trap.
In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, CEO of SuperGenius® Ryan Pinnick unpacks the hidden harm in always trying to "stay positive"—especially when life gets messy. Instead, he introduces a deeper, more sustainable approach to emotional resilience, using the vivid metaphor of a swinging wrecking ba...
Originally aired: November 2020
Episode Number: 58
Gratitude isn’t just a feeling—it’s a transformative discipline.
In this powerful episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, renowned human behaviour specialist Dr. John Demartini shares the deep personal philosophy behind his book The Gratitude Effect.
He also reveals how true gratitude is not just about feeling thankful when things go well, but about findi...
Martial Arts World Champion: The Real Reason You're Playing Life on Hard Mode! How Overcoming Bullying, Bankruptcy, & Self-Doubt Unlocks Confidence, Purpose & Happiness - Gordon Burcham | EP243
Episode Notes
In this episode, I sit down with world champion martial artist, entrepreneur, and coach Gordon Burcham to explore his powerful journey from being bullied at school to becoming a champion in sport and i...
Originally aired: April 2020
Episode Number: 12 & 13
Success doesn’t come from doing more—it comes from choosing with intention and going all in.
In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, high-performance coach Jean-Pierre De Villiers dives into the mindset and habits that create real, lasting transformation—personally, professionally, and spiritually.
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Originally aired: May 2020
Episode Number: 22
Buried deep within your DNA are stories, traumas, and talents passed down through generations.
In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, founder of Metaphysical Anatomy Evette Rose uncovers how so-called "junk DNA" may actually hold the emotional and intuitive blueprints of your lineage, and shares powerful insights and real-world cases to reveal how ances...
Legacy & Leadership Coach: “Most Entrepreneurs Are Lying To Themselves!” Unresolved Trauma Is Controlling Your Success & Why Pushing Harder Is Making You Miserable - Janelle Bruland | EP 242
Episode Notes
In this episode, I’m joined by Janelle Bruland, entrepreneur and author, to explore how legacy shapes leadership and personal fulfillment. We dive into the importance of discovering your true purpose, ide...
Originally aired: July 2020
Episode Number: 32 & 33
Is breakfast really the most important meal of the day?
In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, founder of Forte Physical Health Chris Branch challenges one of the most deeply rooted beliefs in health and nutrition.
He also dives into the growing science behind time-restricted eating (commonly known as intermittent fasting), its surprising benefi...
Originally aired: June 2020
Episode Number: 29 & 30
Most people live on autopilot, reacting to life instead of truly responding to it.
In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, superstar DJ, producer, and remixer Brandon Block unpacks the subtle but life-changing shift from reacting on impulse to responding with intention.
We also tackle how self-awareness, emotional check-ins, and even journaling can...
AI for Personal Growth Expert: Why Most Coaches Will Be Replaced! The Hidden Pattern Blocking Your Success & How To Train AI To Unlock Your Full Potential - Dr Lisa Turner | EP241
Episode Notes
In this episode, I reconnect with Dr. Lisa Turner, an innovator at the intersection of personal development and AI. Lisa shares her insights on how artificial intelligence is transforming the coaching industry, the ...
Originally aired: June 2020
Episode Number: 24 & 25
What happens when a man finally gets his life back on track?
In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, world-class coach & international speaker Paul Mort shares insights on what truly drives men to change, and dives into advice for family members who want to support a man in crisis—why trying to fix him won’t work, and how being a “lighthouse” might...
Originally aired: March 2020
Episode Number: 9 & 10
What if the only thing standing between you and real progress is the belief that you’re not ready?
In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, Bestselling Author Pat Divilly dives deep into the modern epidemic of self-doubt and comparison—especially in the age of social media, and opens up about chasing external validation, the illusion of success, as ...
Productivity Expert: Most Business Owners Are Burnt Out, Drowning In Admin & Missing Their North Star! Simple Systems To Reclaim Your Time & Enjoy Success - Emma Mills | EP240
Episode Notes
In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Emma Mills, founder of MiPA, to uncover the secrets behind reclaiming time, reducing overwhelm, and finding joy as a business owner. We dive deep into Emma’s journey building a...
Originally aired: March 2021
Episode Number: 78
Sleep problems are more common than ever—but the good news is, they’re not inevitable.
In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, Tim Gray, founder of The Health Optimisation Summit, unpacks how modern habits like scrolling your phone before bed or late-night workouts disrupt your natural sleep cycles. You’ll learn why blocking blue light in the evening i...
Originally aired: October 2020
Episode Number: 55
Success can feel empowering — but it can also feed the ego.
In this episode highlight of North Star Conversations with Will Polston, James Arthur Ray from The Secret shares how true power flows through us, not from us, blending spiritual insight with scientific perspective.
Learn how to recognize the signs of ego, tap into flow states, and navigate life’s natural rhythms with hum...
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